We have tarps set up to capture our mulberries falling off the tree. I noticed there was something underneath the tarp and moving around so we picked up the tarp to let it out, in case it was trapped. Out came this mole.
It was running very fast and kept bumping into things. I thought it was a mouse at first, but it didn't have a long tail and its eyes were really tiny or non-existent.
We tried taking a picture, but it was moving pretty quick. I managed to get one with it in it. It's a bit blurry and it's running away from me, but it does show its size (about 4" long), and lack of tail.
DOR, adult
Photo only of ventral side. Not melanistic.
Handling to move safely.
Confirmed Painted Turtle nesting…wanted to leave mama alone